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Global Health

Global is local. Local is global.

At the Gillings School, we work in all 100 North Carolina counties and in 60+ countries. Local and global health content infuses our courses and degrees. Through partnerships at home and abroad, our students and faculty transform health around the world and in our backyard.

Our Research, Innovation and Global Solutions office promotes and advances the School's global health activities in research, service, practice and teaching through partnerships, internships, outreach and communications.

Message from the Associate Dean for Global Health

Peggy Bentley, MA, PhD

Associate Dean for Global Health

"At the Gillings School, global health is local health. We support students, faculty and staff who are working on problems and solutions that will have impact in North Carolina and around the world."

Read more about Dr. Bentley.

Global Health Resources

MPH in Global Health

Designed to train current and aspiring professionals to solve public health problems locally and globally.

Student Travel Blog

Follow 14 MPH students as they share their global health field experiences in 10 countries.

Global Internships and Funding

Explore our global health internships, fellowships, funding opportunities and resources.

Global Practice Portal

Learn more about our resources for for global health practica, internships, and funding.

Global Health Faculty

The Gillings School is home to over 70 faculty members working on global health projects in over 60 countries.

Gillings Global Practica Map

Explore our interactive map by listening to short audio clips of several Gillings School students talk about their global health field experiences.

International Travel Toolkit

Learn more about pre-departure travel requirements and important resourcest to help ensure you are prepared for your travels.

Global Health Certificate

In conferring a global health certificate, the Gillings School acknowledges students' capability and capacity to performs as public health professionals with a global perspective and with collaborative and cross-cultural sensitivity and skills.

International Student Welcome Guide

The guide is intended to provide resources and helpful information for new Gillings School international students.

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Recent News

Promote Health, Prevent Disease and Improve Care for All

FDA approves breakthrough drug to treat Extensively Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis

Breastmilk is stored in pumping bottles.

Faculty News

Sharing breast milk is increasingly common, but its impact on infant nutrition is understudied

A group of UNC Gillings students and locals study water quality in the Galapagos Islands. Left to right in the foreground are: Khristopher Nicholas; Valeria Ochoa-Herrera; Romina; Chelsea Philyaw; Elijah Watson (with glasses); and Kishan Patel (also with glasses at the front right). Gabriel is behind Kishan (he is a government worker who helped recruit many households to the study). Manuel is at the back right (he is the mayor of Isabela). (Contributed photo)

Promote Health, Prevent Disease and Improve Care for All

Gillings students cross international and disciplinary borders in the Galápagos

Deliver Proven Solutions Faster – Implementation Science

Gillings School redoubles efforts on implementation science and HIV in South Africa

A baby sleeps on mother's shoulder.

Recognitions and Awards

Singh Ongechi awarded Hettleman Prize for supporting mothers and children around the globe

The earth cracks during a drought.

Promote Health, Prevent Disease and Improve Care for All

Researchers propose action plan to improve quality health services for nations facing ‘extreme adversity’

Featured Events

Insights into Understanding the Global Refugee Crisis September 19 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Student Organizations and Activities Fair September 23 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
UNC Center for Environmental Health and Susceptibility Fall Symposium September 27 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm

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